Baked Alaska Ettes Recipe

A delightful miniature version of the classic Baked Alaska! This recipe, inspired by the Mississippi Valley Chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook (Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947), creates adorable individual cakes with a fluffy meringue shell and creamy ice cream center. Perfect for a summer dessert or a special occasion, these bite-sized treats are surprisingly easy to make and guaranteed to impress.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 301.6 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
Baked Alaska Ettes

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Baked Alaska Ettes

  • Flour
  • Sugar
  • Baking Powder
  • Salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • Light Cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pint vanilla ice cream, softened
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows

How to Make Baked Alaska Ettes

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and heavy cream until light and frothy.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fill each muffin cup about halfway full.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely in the muffin tin before removing.
  8. Once the cupcakes are completely cool, gently hollow out the center of each cupcake using a small spoon or melon baller, creating a small well.
  9. Fill each hollowed-out cupcake with a scoop of softened vanilla ice cream.
  10. Level off the ice cream with the back of a spoon.
  11. Top each cupcake completely with mini marshmallows, arranging them closely together.
  12. Preheat your broiler to high.
  13. Place the cupcakes on a baking sheet and broil for 30 seconds, or until the marshmallows are golden brown and puffed. Watch carefully to prevent burning!
  14. Remove from oven and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

146g

Fat

25g

Carbs

17g